How to Pronounce "likelihood"
word
ˈɫaɪkɫiˌhʊd
LYE-klee-hood
lˈaɪklihˌʊd
LYE-kli-hood
Definition
The chance that something will happen; how probable an event is.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫaɪkɫiˌhʊd
British English
lˈaɪklihˌʊd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LYE-klee-hood
UK
LYE-kli-hood
Listen in Context
The likelihood of rain tomorrow is high.
There is a strong likelihood that he will pass the test.
The doctor explained the likelihood of side effects.
In all likelihood, the train will be late again.